Plant Protection, Basic Course
Entry Requirements
• Mathematics 2a or 2b or 2c
• Science Studies 2
• Social Studies 1b or 1a1
Or:
• Mathematics level 2a or level 2b or level 2c
• Science Studies level 2
• Social Studies level 1b or level 1a1
Course facts
BI1364, Plant Protection, Basic Course, 7.5 Hp
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Syllabus
Finalized by: PN-LT Programnämnden för utbildning inom landskap och trädgård , 2021-10-27
Valid from : Autumn semester 2026 (2026-08-31)
Level
First cycle (G1N)
Main field of study
Biology, Horticultural Science
Biology Area
Other biology courses
Grading Scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Course language
Swedish
Entry Requirements
• Mathematics 2a or 2b or 2c
• Science Studies 2
• Social Studies 1b or 1a1
Or:
• Mathematics level 2a or level 2b or level 2c
• Science Studies level 2
• Social Studies level 1b or level 1a1
Objectives
The aim of the course is to give basic knowledge in plant protection within horticultural production and green environments. After completing of the course, the student will be able to:
- describe the role of plant protection in horticultural production and green environments
- describe systematics, biology and morphology of important groups of pests and beneficial organisms in horticulture
- have basic knowledge on integrated pest management and different plant protection actions
- describe plant protections regulations, and environmental and health impact.
Content
The course content includes arthropods (insects, arachnids), nematodes, fungi, oomycetesm bacteria and viruses in horticulture based on:
- biology and morphology of organisms
- systematics of plant pests
- biotic and abiotic symptoms
- sources of infection and infection process
- cultural measures in general, hygiene, certification and healthy plant material
- biological and chemical plant protection strategies
- basics of integrated pest management - introduction to invasive alien species
- authorities, legislation and regulations within plant protection - introduction to environmental impact and health risks due to exposure to plant protection media
Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course
The examination consists of written examination. To pass the course, approved participation in compulsory components and a pass grade in the examination are required.
Responsible Department/Equivalent
Department of Plant Protection Biology
Supplementary information
Included in program
- Trädgårdsingenjörsprogrammet - design
- Syllabus for Horticultural Management – Gardening and Horticultural Production (BSc)
- Horticultural Management - Gardening and Horticultural Production, Bachelor's Programme
- Horticultural Management Programme - Garden Design, Bachelor's Programme
- Horticultural Science Programme
Module set
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Exam | 5.0 | 0202 |
| Practicals | 2.5 | 0203 |
The Course Replaces
BI0925, BI1148, BI1238
Other Information
Students from Horticultural Management Programme - Garden Design, and Horticultural Management - Gardening and Horticultural Production take this course together.